EAST ASIA

‘Controversial legislative measures triggered a citizen-led mass movement’

Japan’s right-wing populist rise

Xenophobic party benefits from economic anger to win significant parliamentary presence

‘The diaspora is playing key roles in advocating for human rights and raising international awareness’

‘Democratic states have been slow to recognise Chinese transnational repression on their soil’

The silencing of Hong Kong

Five years of extraordinary repression have curbed a once vibrant democracy movement

‘The roots of young people’s political disengagement lie in their lack of representation’

South Korea‘s democracy renewed

New president leads a country strengthened by civic resistance but facing economic and political challenges

‘As far-right forces gain ground, the political landscape is shifting to the right’

‘If mainstream parties fail to address voter frustration, right-wing populism could grow’

South Korea: democracy defended

People defeat presidential power grab